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With Mardi Gras in full swing, Amy
and her right-hand lady, manager
and friend, Angelica Lopez, made
the move of the entire studio in just
3 days, not missing a beat. Myrtle
the Turtle, the ornately decorated
turtle sculpture from the “Turtles
About Town” program which Amy
spearheads with Joanie Steinhaus,
also made the move and sits proudly
outside the studio where guests are
welcomed by a painted hopscotch
style sidewalk leading into nearly
1,000 square feet more space than
CLAY CUP With growth and change comes
Amy had at her last location.
more opportunities for artwork
that can be done on the spot and
STUDIOS is ideal for tourists that are on the
walk out with guest that day, which
island for the day, to new and more
elaborate artwork such as resin
projects, fused glass and plans to
Not Closed, Just Bigger and Better
Written by Christy Monroe
lay Cup Studios has moved to a larger, more spacious location that allows for Amy Owens, owner, to fulfill
dreams for her business and passion. “Through the grace of God and help from Monica Barry, of Ha.ba’s,
I got the chance to move into this space,” says Amy, as she speaks of her recent move to 2219 Post Of-
Cfice Street. Having been a member of the POD (Post Office District) merchants group, Amy was thrilled
to find out she could open her beloved studio directly on Post Office Street which is known for Artwalk every six
weeks as well as an abundance of art galleries and local businesses that strive to offer original, local products.
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